Engineering Manager - Mining and Mineral Processing

TechniPower, Inc.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

TechniPower, Inc. seeks an Engineering Manager to lead a department focused on mining and mineral processing. You will supervise engineers and CAD staff, directing equipment selections, dimensions, and design for facilities on multiple mining projects in the Western US.

Role requires 10–15 years in large mining systems, strong CAD skills (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, SolidEdge, Tekla), and proven leadership. Based in Tucson, AZ, long-term direct‑hire with project scope across major mining operations.

Qualifications

• BS degree in mechanical, electrical, or mining engineering with 10–15 years in large mining systems.
• Experience with CAD drawing and engineering reviews (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, SolidEdge, Tekla).
• Knowledge of large pumps, high‑pressure systems, conveyors, milling/crushing, and electrical power/substations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a group of engineers and designers (10–12) across mining and mineral processing operations.
• Oversee equipment selections, arrangements, and dimensions; ensure safe, efficient designs.
• Lead CAD drawings/modifications for proposals and projects across the Western US.

Skills

mining

mineral processing

engineering manager

bulk material handling

equipment arrangements

dimensions

clearances

weight

cost

aggregate

field experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Mining Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

SolidEdge

Tekla

Job description

Job title: Engineering Manager - Mining and Mineral Processing

Skills: mining mineral processing engineering manager bulk mateial handling equipment arrangements dimensions clearances weight cost aggregate field experience

We have a customer in Tucson, AZ who has an IMMEDIATE opening for an Engineering Manager who can run an Engineering Department for a Mining and Mineral Processing Operations company.

In this role you will supervise a group of Engineers and Designers (10-12) who are directly involved in all aspects of mining and mineral processing operations including equipment selection and arrangements, establishment of dimensions, clearances and design for equipment and facilities for a variety of mining projects. You will supervise Mechanical and Electrical/Controls Engineers, Civil and Structural Engineers as well as CAD Designers/Drafters who support proposals and projects with CAD drawings and modifications on mining projects throughout the Western US.

This is a long-term DIRECT HIRE position based in Tucson, AZ,

Job Requirements:

• BS Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mining Engineering or similar with 10--15 years experience with large/heavy mechanical systems used in mining, mineral processing, aggregate, large bulk equipment handling operations
• Experience with proposals, CAD drawing and Engineering reviews (AUTOCAD, SOLIDWORKS, SOLIDEDGE, TEKLA, etc.)
• Experience with equipment selections, general and effective/efficient arrangements, safety
• Knowledge and experience with large pumps, hi-pressure systems, check valves, conveying, milling and crushing or similar equipment, electrical power/substations, controls, MCCs, roads, plant buildings
• Strong written and verbal skills, site visits and "vision" for equipment, facility and process improvements, copper and gold mine experience a plus
• Strong management and leadership skills and abilities